Posted Aug 10, 2013, 2:35 AM
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From earlier today:
Austin Parks and Recreation
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The top three submittals were selected by the Jury in recognition of their response to the project program, criteria, and sensitivity to the site context. These submittals succeeded in proposing improvements, to the site that enhanced but did not overpower the original building, landscape and surrounding new development.
103 “Link” - Gumbully
Brendan Wittstruck, Justin Beadle, Philip Burkhardt, Roberto Jaime Deseda, Heath Henderson, Julia Weese-Young
The Judges rated this submittal high for its architectural creative and innovative design solution. The Moses pier, underwater art, use of shell “as is” for art and art boating, just to name a few. The architectural interventions are minimal and demonstrates a sensitivity of the historic nature of the project site. The connection and response to the surrounding development was done with sensitive landscaping alteration. This design evokes many of Austin’s cove valves, including appreciation of art, music, and healthy lifestyle.
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111 “Lakehouse” - BOKA Powell + Design Workshop
Laura Bryant, Nathan Wilcox, Alex Ramirez, Sarah Simpson, Allison Moore Eric Van Hyfte, Kim Villavicencio, Philip Koske, Steven Moore, Tim Campbell, Mary Martinich, Conners Ladner, Jason Ferster, Magda Sayeg (local artist), Will Steakley (DEN)
The Judges liked this submittal for its overall inviting landscape and livability features such as connectivity to the Seaholm District and adjoining trails. This design is accessible to the public and meets many of the Imagine Austin goals and captures Austin’s cultural sensitivities. There are elements that allow for flexible uses such as the moving barge, creates usable space while being mindful of revenue generating potential.
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145 “Intake” - Gensler Team George
George Blume, Brittney Couch, Jesse Adler, Vineta Clegg, Chris Curson, Adrianna Hong, Gerardo Gandy, Stacy Reed
The Judges acknowledged this submittal for its Architectural sophistication, allowing the building to be creatively quiet. This design accentuates the beauty of the building and understands the flow of the water, articulated by the sweeping board walk. This design allows multiple uses and has something for everyone for instance; a market, music venue, new trail and swimming area. The design transitions the urban face of the project site with the lakefront effectively while being constructible and logical. The design addresses basic sustainability issues like day lighting and evaporative cooling.
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NEXT STEPS
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is being prepared by the City of Austin and will be released in the Fall/Winter 2013. RFP will include specific guidelines, designs, program, space allocation, time frames and specific criteria for award of proposal. The public is invited to provide additional comment by clicking on the SpeakUpAustin link.
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